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Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs
'MERI LIFE, MERA SWACHH SHAHAR' CAMPAIGN
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs , in collaboration with the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change  launched the ‘Meri LiFE, Mera Swachh Shehar’ campaign on 15th May 2023 for the period of 3 weeks till World Environment Day 2023 on 5th June, 2023. The campaign focused on empowering Urban Local Bodies  to set up ‘Reduce, Reuse, Recycle’  Centres as a one-stop solution for citizens, institutions, commercial enterprises etc. to deposit unused or used plastic items, clothes, footwear, books, and toys. State wise details of the RRR Centres are available in public domain and can be accessed at http://sbmurban.org/rrr-centers.
‘Meri LIFE, Mera Swachh Shehar’ is not a scheme, it is a public outreach and mass engagement campaign being implemented by ULBs under SBM-U 2.0. No separate organizations have been formed by Government of India for this campaign.
The campaign is aimed to spread awareness regarding Mission LiFE and to nudge behaviour change of citizens to minimize waste generation, promote resource conservation and contribute to a cleaner and greener environment by adopting ‘Reduce, Reuse, Recycle’  in their everyday life. By integrating these practices into the urban sanitation ecosystem, the vision is to create a circular economy that minimizes waste, maximizes resource utilization and ensures well-being of both present and future generations.
To ensure mobilization of citizen, measures like door-to-door awareness drives, social media campaigns as well as influencer engagements were undertaken. MoHUA also released campaign guidelines for ULBs, which can be accessed at http://sbmurban.org/storage/app/media/ Meri-LiFE-Mera-Swachh-Shehar-SOP-for-States-and-Cities-12th-May-2023.pdf
This information was given by the Minister of State for Housing & Urban Affairs, Shri Kaushal Kishore, in a written reply in the Rajya Sabha today.
Ministry of Mines
NALCO profit up 61% sequentially in Q3
Net Profit for Q3 Pegged at Rs.274 crore
National Aluminium Company Limited , the Navratna CPSE under Ministry of Mines, has declared its financial results for the 3rd quarter ended December 2022. As per the reviewed financial results for the 3rd quarter of the FY 23, taken on record by the Board in the meeting held at Bhubaneswar , NALCO has achieved net profit of Rs.274 crore, as against Rs.170 crore in the preceding quarter of this fiscal.
The net sales turnover in the 3rd Quarter was Rs.3290 crore. Lower sales volume of alumina during the quarter, higher input costs coupled with global challenging business scenario and volatility has affected the profit margins despite the fact that the company has registered robust growth in production in all fronts.
Operational efficiency and team work of NALCO had played a key role in overcoming the slump period. Firming up of aluminum prices globally and higher productions volumes, will certainly add to the profit margins in the coming quarters and Q4 of the fiscal will contribute significantly for the overall FY 23 results, stated Shri Sridhar Patra, CMD, NALCO.
Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
Shri Nitin Gadkari will be on a Two Day Visit to Shillong on 24th and 25th of September
He will Inauguratethe Jowai-Ratacherra Section of NH-06
Minister will Review Every Ongoing National Highways Project in the Seven Ne States with Chief Ministers, Central and State Officials, Contractors
The Minister for Road Transport & Highways, Shipping, Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation Shri Nitin Gadkari will be on a two day official visit to Shillong on the 24th and 25th of this month to do an extensive review of every National Highways project in the seven North Eastern states with all stakeholders. National Highways projects worth more than Rs 1.5 lakh crores are currently underway in the seven North Eastern states , and Shri Gadkari will review the status of each project in the presence of the state Chief Ministers, PWD Ministers, officials of Road Transport & Highways Ministry, National Highways Authority of India , National Highways Infrastructure Development Corporation  and also the project contractors.
In addition to the review Shri Gadkari will also dedicate to the nation the 102 km Jowai-Ratacherrasection of NH-06 in the state of Meghalaya at an event at the State Convention Centre, Bishop Cotton Road in Shillong on the 24th of September. State Chief Minister Shri Conrad Sangma will preside over the function.
The NH project, constructed at a cost of Rs 683 Crore, will reduce the travel time between Jowai and Ratacherra to 2.5 hours from the 4 hours at present. The highways passes through the coal and cement producing belt, and is a lifeline for the landlocked states of the North East. Improved connectivity will foster economic growth in the Barak Valley and surrounding areas, open up employment opportunities and improve overall living conditions in the region.
The newly developed highway will have 2 Toll Plazas, 17 bus shelters, 2 highway patrol and 2 ambulances, besides 2 wayside amenities.
Ministry of Home Affairs
Centre approves release of Rs 229.05 Crore of its share from State Disaster Response fund  to Andhra Pradesh
The Union Home Minister, Shri Rajnath Singh has approved release of 2nd installment of Central Share of State Disaster Response Fund  amounting to Rs. 229.05 crore, in advance for the year 2018-19, to help the State in providing relief measures to the affected people. Further assistance will be provided from the National Disaster Response Fund , based on the report of IMCT.
The first installment for the same amount was released to Andhra Pradesh in June 2018.
Andhra Pradesh faced a severe cyclonic storm “TITLI” on 11th October, 2018 and its two districts namely Srikakulam and Vizianagaram were severely affected.
Based on a preliminary memorandum submitted by Government of Andhra Pradesh for additional assistance, Government of India constituted an Inter-Ministerial Central Team  immediately on 22nd October 2018. IMCT has visited cyclonic storm ‘Titli’ affected areas in the State from 24th to 26th October 2018.
In the instant case, the Central Government has provided full support to the Government of Andhra Pradesh by mobilizing timely logistics resources to supplement the efforts of the State Government to deal with the situation effectively in the wake of Cyclone ‘Titli’. The logistics support provided includes deployment of adequate teams of National Disaster Response Force ; Indian Air Force and Coast Guard helicopters, Navy & Coast Guard personnel along with necessary rescue equipments.
Ministry of Finance
Exchange Rate Notification No.46/2023- Customs 
In exercise of the powers conferred by section 14 of the Customs Act, 1962 , the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs hereby makes the following amendments in the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs Notification No.44/2023-CUSTOMS , dated 15th June, 2023 with effect from 24th June, 2023.
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Ministry of Railways
Foreign Direct Investment  inflow in Indian Railways
Foreign Direct Investment  equity inflow from April, 2014 to December,2017 in Railway sector is US$ million 389.83. The financial year-wise break up is as under :-
Year Amount

 2014-15 129.73
 2015-16 73.99
 2016-17 87.57
 2017-18 98.54

The FDI investment has been utilised for manufacturing of Rolling Stock , Signalling Equipment and Locomotives  & parts of locomotives.
Ministry of Railways has signed Memorandum of Understanding  with China, France, Spain, South Korea, Japan, United Kingdom, Russia and Germany for cooperation in the area of High Speed Railways. A Memorandum of Cooperation has been signed with Government of Japan for Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail  project which includes transfer of technology and Make in India.
A large number of Foreign Governments and Railways have shown keen interest in the station redevelopment program. These include French Railway , Korean Railway, Governments of Federal Republic of Germany, China and United Kingdom.
This information was made available in reply to a question in Rajya Sabha.
Special Service and Features
Rajesh Malhotra new Principal DG
Thiruvananthapuram 28 February 2023
Senior Indian Information Service  officer Shri. Rajesh Malhotra has been appointed as the Principal Director General of the Press Information Bureau.
Shri. Malhotra, a 1989 batch officer, succeeds Shri. Satyendra Prakash, who superannuated today.
He will be the principal spokesperson of the Government of India.
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Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
India marches ahead with “Atmanirbhar Bharat”
Establishes its global position with export of 23 lakh PPEs in one month only
Union Govt distributes more than 1.28 Cr PPEs to States/UTs
The Centre has been leading the graded, pre-emptive, proactive and collaborative response and management of COVID-19, along with the State/UT governments. As part of its continued efforts towards progressively augmenting and strengthening the medical infrastructure across the country, various policy decisions have been taken on a regular basis.
At the start of the pandemic, there was a global shortage experienced for all kinds of medical equipment including N95 masks, PPE kits, ventilators etc. Most of the products were not being manufactured in the country in the beginning as many of the necessary components were to be procured from other countries. The rising global demand due to the pandemic resulted in their scarce availability in the foreign markets.
Turning the pandemic into an opportunity to develop its domestic market for production of medical equipment, with the combined efforts of Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Ministry of Textiles, Ministry of Pharmaceuticals, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade , Defence Research and Development Organisation  and others, India has hugely ramped up its own manufacturing capacity.
In view of the strengthened domestic production capacity and having met the domestic requirements for PPEs, the revised notification of the Director General of Foreign Trade  in July 2020  permitted export of PPEs. As a result of this relaxation, in the month of July itself, India exported 23 lakh PPEs to five countries. These include USA, UK, UAE, Senegal and Slovania. This has substantially aided India to position itself in the global export market of PPEs.
The “Make in India’ spirit embedded in the Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyaan has resulted in providing resilience and self-sufficiency to the country for various medical equipment including PPEs. While the Union Government is supplying PPEs, N95 masks, ventilators etc., to the State/UT Governments, States are also procuring these items directly. Between March to August 2020, they have procured 1.40 crore indigenous PPEs from their own budgetary resources. During the same period, the Centre has distributed 1.28 cr PPEs to States / UTs / Central Institutions, free of cost.
For all authentic & updated information on COVID-19 related technical issues, guidelines & advisories please regularly visit: https://www.mohfw.gov.in/ and @MoHFW_INDIA.
Technical queries related to COVID-19 may be sent to technicalquery.covid19[at]gov[dot]in and other queries on ncov2019[at]gov[dot]in and @CovidIndiaSeva .
In case of any queries on COVID-19, please call at the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare helpline no.: +91-11-23978046 or 1075 . List of helpline numbers of States/UTs on COVID-19 is also available at https://www.mohfw.gov.in/pdf/coronvavirushelplinenumber.pdf .
Prime Minister's Office
PM expresses gratitude to Armed Forces on Flag Day
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed gratitude to the Armed Forces on Flag Day.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, "Armed Forces Flag Day is a day to express gratitude to our armed forces and their families. India is proud of their heroic service and selfless sacrifice.
Do contribute towards the welfare of our forces. This gesture will help so many of our brave personnel and their families."
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Carbon Emission By Marine Industry
Green House Gas  emissions from maritime  contribute 1 per cent to the overall transport sector GHG emissions i.e. approx. 2,744.34 Gg CO2e.
There exist following measures to reduce emissions by making it fuel-efficient, cleaner mode of transportation through various initiatives and programmes:
Green port project: implementation of sustainable practices in terminal design, development and operation; preparation of environment management and monitoring plan; regulation of the discharges and effluents in the harbor water and minimization through Swachh Bharat initiatives, large plantation activities around port areas etc.
Usage of renewable power for port activities: installation of the solar power plant, rooftop solar, wind farm, floating solar plant etc.
This information was given by the Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Shri Sarbananda Sonowal in a written reply to the Lok Sabha.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID19 Update
Union Ministry of Health & Family Welfare eases COVID-19 guidelines for international travelers to India
Taking note of prevalent COVID-19 situation and the significant achievements made in COVID-19 vaccination coverage across the globe, the Union Health Ministry has further eased guidelines for international travelers in context of COVID-19.
Vide these new guidelines, which shall come into effect from 0000 Hrs  of 20th July 2023, the earlier requirements for RT-PCR based testing of a random 2% subset of international travelers to India, now stand dropped.
However, the earlier advice for precautionary measures to be followed in context of COVID-19 by airlines as well as international travelers shall continue to apply.
The updated guidelines have been made available on the official website of Ministry of Health & Family Welfare .
The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare continues to follow the COVID-19 scenario closely.
Ministry of Defence
72ND INTER-SERVICES FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP
The 72nd Inter-services Football Championship was held at Maharaja Stadium, Kochi between 15 - 20 Oct 21. Indian Navy, Army Red, Army Green and Indian Air Force teams participated in the four-day long championship conducted by Signal School under the aegis of the Southern Naval Command at Naval base, Kochi.
The finals were played between Army Red and Air Force. Rear Admiral Antony George, Chief of Staff, Southern Naval Command was the Chief Guest for the finals and Closing Ceremony on 20th Oct 21. The championship was won by Indian Air Force. The Chief Guest presented the Services Football Trophy for the Year 2021-22 to the Indian Air Force and gave away the medals to the team members of the winners and runners up. The aim of this Championship is to select the Services Football Team for the Senior National Football Championship 2021-22.
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Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Shri Piyush Goyal reviews preparedness for mitigation of cyclone Jawad
Public Private Partnership necessary for Disaster Management and mitigation and for protecting the lives and livelihoods - Shri Goyal
Shri Piyush Goyal today reviewed preparedness for mitigation of cyclone Jawad.
Under the guidance of Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, proactive disaster preparation and management are being institutionalized. Prime Minister has personally reviewed the preparation for Disaster Management and has also given instructions to various Ministries to work with State Governments, industry and all other stake holders to ensure minimal damage to life and property.
In line with these efforts, the Minister for Commerce and Industry, Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution and Textiles, Shri Piyush Goyal today reviewed the arrangements and preparations made by the State Governments of Andhra Pradesh, Odisha and West Bengal today in a Video conference with the State Chief Secretaries concerned. National level Industry Associations like CII, FICCI, ASSOCHAM and PHD Chambers were also represented at the Conference.
The Minister took stock of the preparations being made by the respective State governments. He also reviewed the suggestions for successful mitigation made by Ministries, State Governments, industry bodies and other organizations and appreciated the concerted efforts being made to mitigate the cyclone. He said that this collaboration was a worthy example of cooperative federalism at its best. He also underscored the need for the drawing of a comprehensive action plan towards managing this natural disaster in a most effective way by incorporating the inputs and suggestions given by all stakeholders.
Shri Goyal said that public private partnership is necessary for Disaster Management and mitigation and for protecting the lives and livelihoods of those affected. Observing that the cyclone seems to be a milder one, the Minister said that we must constantly upgrade our learnings and keep upgrading our capabilities. He also called for preparedness in the banking and insurance sectors to tackle the effects of the cyclone.
As per the Indian Meteorological Department , the low-pressure region in the Bay of Bengal is expected to intensify into Cyclone Jawad and is expected to reach the coast of north Andhra Pradesh - Odisha around the afternoon today, with the wind speed ranging up to 100 kmph.
Ministry of Finance
Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman launches a book titled ‘Reflections’ authored by Shri Narayanan Vaghul in Mumbai
Mumbai, April 28, 2023
Union Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman launched ‘Reflections’, a book authored by eminent banker Shri Narayanan Vaghul, in Mumbai, today. The book carries a vivid account of Shri Vaghul’s experiences spanning decades in India’s financial landscape. The event was also graced Shri K.V. Kamath, Chairman, National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development , Shri Ajay Piramal, Chairman, Piramal Group, Ms. Kalpana Morparia, Former Chairperson, J.P. Morgan South and South East Asia, as well as eminent bankers and members of leading financial institutions.
Union Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman commended Shri Narayanan Vaghul for his extensive experience in banking and his leadership qualities. She also recognized his contributions to mentoring leaders, which have left a lasting impact. She highlighted Shri Vaghul's ideas and vision on women empowerment, which will continue to be relevant and valuable for India as more women take on leadership roles in financial services.
Widely considered as the architect of modern banking in India, Shri Vaghul’s book recounts the dramatic, humorous, and often momentous events throughout his illustrious career. Packed with fascinating anecdotes, the book touches upon various initiatives that he was privileged to have been part of.
The processes established by Shri Vaghul went on to become strong and sustainable practices in the Indian financial ecosystem. He has been instrumental in mentoring several powerhouses of banking talent and actively groomed more women CEOs in banking, thereby fostering a culture of gender-neutral meritocracy.PIB Mumbai | JPS/SC/DR
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Ministry of Electronics & IT
UIDAI RO Mumbai is providing Aadhar Seva Kendra facility for citizens from three locations in Mumbai
: Mumbai, August 3, 2023
The Unique Identification Authority of India  has set up exclusive ‘Aadhaar Seva Kendra’  as a single destination for all Aadhaar services for the residents. UIDAI Aadhaar Seva Kendra facility is available at three locations in Mumbai, namely Andheri Sakinaka, Thane and Vashi. The ASKs offer dedicated Aadhaar enrolment and update services to residents in a state-of-art environment. UIDAI RO Mumbai is going to start another new Aadhaar Seva Kendra in the future.
Aadhaar Services available at Aadhaar Seva Kendra
Aadhaar Seva Kendra offers a comfortable air-conditioned environment to residents. All ASKs are wheelchair friendly and have special provisions to service the elderly or specially abled. ASKs are open all 7 days of the week from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm.
Residents can visit any convenient Aadhaar Seva Kendra for the following services:
- Aadhaar Enrolment
- Update of any Demographic Information in their Aadhaar – Name, Address, Gender, Date of Birth, Mobile number or Email ID
- Update of Biometric data in their Aadhaar – photo, Fingerprint and Iris Scans
- Download & Print Aadhaar
These services are available for any resident of India  at any Aadhaar Seva across the country.
Online appointment for Aadhaar Services
Along with the Aadhaar Seva Kendra project , UIDAI launched the online appointment booking facility for residents. All UIDAI-run Aadhaar Seva Kendra follow the online appointment system where any resident can book an appointment for Aadhaar enrolment or update at any convenient ASK.
Any resident can book an appointment for themselves or a family member from https://appointments.uidai.gov.in/bookappointment.aspx This is free of cost services where a resident does not require Aadhaar registered mobile number. However, one resident can book a maximum of 4 appointments in a month.
Other Aadhaar Kendras are available in Banks, Post offices, State Government offices and BSNL Centres are also being on-boarded to the Online Appointment System.
Charges for Aadhaar Services at ASK
UIDAI has defined the charges to be paid by any resident wishing to avail Aadhaar Services at any Aadhaar Seva Kendra of their choice. These are:
- Aadhaar Enrolment : Free
- Mandatory Biometric update for Kids : Free
- Any Biometric update with or without Demographic update : RS. 100
- Only Demographic update by resident : Rs. 50
- Download Aadhaar & Colored Print : Rs.30
- Document Update in Aadhaar: Rs.50